olympian

/ou'limpiən/
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olympian

An olympian stands proudly on the podium with a gold medal.

Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree; majestic, grand, or superior: Describing something of extraordinary scale, excellence, or bearing, often implying a lofty, detached, or awe-inspiring quality.
    • Of or pertaining to the greater gods of ancient Greece whose abode was Mount Olympus: Relating to the pantheon of Greek gods who lived on Mount Olympus.
    • Of the region of Olympia in Greece or its inhabitants: Relating to the ancient site of Olympia or the people from that region.

  2. Noun:

    • A classical Greek god after the overthrow of the Titans: One of the major deities of the ancient Greek pantheon.
    • An athlete who participates in the Olympic games: A competitor in the modern (or ancient) Olympic Games.
Usage Examples

  • Adjective:

    • She maintained an Olympian calm during the crisis. (Her composure was superior and detached, like that of a god.)
    • The task required Olympian effort. (The effort required was of an extraordinary, heroic degree.)
    • The Olympian deities, like Zeus and Hera, feature in many myths. (These are the gods from Mount Olympus.)

  • Noun:

    • Zeus was the king of the Olympians. (He was the chief god among those residing on Mount Olympus.)
    • The young Olympian trained for years to compete in the games. (The athlete prepared for the Olympic competition.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Olympian detachment": A state of serene calm and aloofness, as if above ordinary concerns.
    • The judge viewed the emotional arguments with Olympian detachment.
  • "Olympian standards": Refers to ideals or levels of achievement that are supremely high, almost godlike.
    • The chef's Olympian standards meant no dish left the kitchen imperfect.
Variants and Related Words
  • Olympic (adj): Pertaining to the Olympic Games.
    • The Olympic torch relay is a famous tradition.
  • Olympics (n): The international athletic competition held every four years.
    • She won a gold medal at the Olympics.
Synonyms
  • Adjective (for majestic/extraordinary sense): Majestic, lofty, sublime, prodigious, exceptional, monumental.
  • Noun (for athlete sense): Competitor, contestant, games participant.
Related Phrases
  • "To achieve Olympian heights": To reach a level of supreme excellence or success.
    • His research in physics achieved Olympian heights.
  • "An Olympian task/feat": A task or accomplishment of Herculean or monumental difficulty and scale.
    • Rebuilding the city after the war was an Olympian feat.
olympian

An olympian stands proudly on the podium with a gold medal.

Adjective
  1. far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
    • a night of exceeding darkness
    • an exceptional memory
    • olympian efforts to save the city from bankruptcy
    • the young Mozart's prodigious talents
  2. majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters
    • his majestic presence
    • olympian detachment
    • olympian beauty and serene composure
  3. of or pertaining to the greater gods of ancient Greece whose abode was Mount Olympus
    • Olympian deities
  4. of the region of Olympia in Greece or its inhabitants
    • Olympian plain
Noun
  1. a classical Greek god after the overthrow of the Titans
  2. an athlete who participates in the Olympic games

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